novelslam Chapter 189, Last Lesson
Chapter 189, Last Lesson
Once this viral and bizarre video went viral, it immediately caused the anticipation for "Let the Bullets Fly" among netizens across the internet to skyrocket.
With more than half a month to go before the official release on November 23, these people are already wailing on Weibo every day, unable to wait any longer!
"Director Gu, have some decency! You release a trailer and get people all worked up, and then we have to hold back for half a month?"
"I can't take it anymore, I want to see Zhang Mazi kill Si Lang!"
The industry is also in despair.
The first to be affected is Zhang Yimou's "A Simple Noodle Story" during the Lunar New Year holiday season.
Zhang Weiping is currently slamming his fist on the table and cursing in his office!
Originally, it was thought that with the backing of the national director, they could comfortably reap the benefits of the Lunar New Year film season. Who knew that Gu Heng, who played the bizarre and grotesque role, would suddenly appear and steal all the hype and attention!
Gu Heng's publicity tactics are simply leaving no room for his competitors to survive.
Of course, although the buzz was huge, Gu Heng didn't have time to keep an eye on the data every day.
I promised Tian Zhuangzhuang I'd go back to school and make an appearance, and I have to keep my word, otherwise that old man will start nagging again.
So the next morning, without Wang Gang or a mask, this guy just swaggered off to the Beijing Film Academy.
His entry into the school caused quite a stir.
Many students recognized him at a glance.
It's actually hard not to recognize him, since Gu Heng's big face is still prominently displayed on the school's wall of outstanding alumni.
In all the years since the Beijing Film Academy was founded, Gu Heng is definitely the first person to have his photo posted before even graduating – a truly bizarre individual.
There has never been anyone like him before, and it is estimated that there will be no one like him in the future.
Along the way, the younger students passing by stared in disbelief, stopping to greet him excitedly.
"Hello, senior!"
"Hello, Director Gu!"
That was quite enthusiastic.
It's hard not to be enthusiastic; nowadays, the first choice for graduates of the Beijing Film Academy is Vision Entertainment.
Not only are the benefits good, but they also deliver real results!
While good compensation is the most important thing, who wouldn't want a better resume?
Gu Heng was also in a great mood and responded to each of them.
As I was strolling along, a handsome young man walked towards me and respectfully greeted me, "Hello, boss!"
Gu Heng looked closely and exclaimed, "Hey, isn't this Zhu Yilong who was sent to Thailand to film 'Detective Chinatown'?"
After filming wrapped, this guy went back to school and attended classes diligently.
Gu Heng patted him on the shoulder, "Yi Long, you'll still have to carry the weight in the roles coming up!"
Zhu Yilong was completely confused after hearing this.
Next role?
Sister Qing didn't tell me that she has any new drama projects planned recently?
Seeing the boy's stunned expression, Gu Heng smiled and said, "It's still that Qin Feng from last time."
"what?"
Zhu Yilong's eyes widened instantly, and he stammered excitedly, "Boss, you mean... 'Detective Chinatown' is a series?"
"Absolutely! After filming in Thailand, we can go to the US and Japan to film more. Your scenes are coming up later!"
Gu Heng smiled and patted him on the shoulder before turning and walking toward the directing department.
Zhu Yilong was left standing in the wind, bewildered.
A film series?!
Holy crap! Could I be the legendary chosen one?!
When I arrived at the directing department classroom, I pushed open the door and saw Tian Zhuangzhuang standing on the podium giving a lecture.
This year's graduate students are also exceptional; including Gu Heng, who is only nominally a graduate, Tian Zhuangzhuang only has five people under her supervision.
As soon as the door opened, Gu Heng peeked out.
The four students below stood up in unison, as if springs had been inserted into them: "Hello, Director Gu!"
Goodness, the way they were acting made you think some school leader had come down for an inspection!
Gu Heng didn't stand on ceremony either, waving his hand to signal everyone: "Sit down, sit down, don't be shy."
Tian Zhuangzhuang, standing on the podium, immediately started blowing his beard and glaring at the speaker.
"You little brat, you've come here to show off, haven't you? You might as well not have come at all."
"Auv, Teacher Tian, what are you saying?"
Gu Heng quickly stepped forward and said a few words to the old man, which calmed his expression slightly. He then snorted and continued lecturing.
Gu Heng was already quite adept at handling Tian Zhuangzhuang.
After that, Gu Heng sat there obediently for the entire afternoon.
I must say, listening to the valuable insights from these experienced people has been quite enlightening.
After finally enduring until the bell rang, Gu Heng quickly packed his things.
Just before leaving, he peeked up to Tian Zhuangzhuang and said with a grin, "Um, Teacher Tian, if nothing unexpected happens... this should be my last class this semester!"
After saying that, without waiting for Tian Zhuangzhuang's reaction, he slipped away!
All that came from behind was Tian Zhuangzhuang's laughing and cursing: "Get lost! Get as far away as you can!"
Gu Heng chuckled and turned to plunge back into the company's editing room.
A few days later, Li Ming called from Los Angeles.
"Boss, 'Lurking' is ready to be released!"
When Gu Heng received the call, he was in a daze.
It's already showing?
Is this the true strength of the legendary "Village Chief of the Newbie Village in American Entertainment"?
From project initiation, filming, post-production to the current promotion, how long has it all been?!
You, James Wan, are moving way too fast!
Gu Heng instructed directly over the phone: "Alright, Lao Li, keep a close eye on that side! I'm still working on the post-production of 'Source Code' here, I can't leave at all, don't cause any trouble!"
With Warner Bros. as a major backer for distribution, the release of "Lurking" was incredibly smooth.
James Wan's skills are truly impressive, and he already has a large number of die-hard fans.
As expected, the film made a splash in the North American film market on its opening day, grossing $450 million!
Then, the opening week box office results came in: $1400 million!
When the Hollywood guys found out from Warner Bros. that the movie that had terrified audiences had a total production cost of only $150 million.
My jaw just dropped to the floor!
Gu Heng didn't know how the others reacted, but the executives of the six major Hollywood studios were probably kicking themselves now.
Back when James Wan was begging for the script, you guys were the ones who flatly rejected him!
Whose fault is it?!
With the huge success of "Insidious" in North America, the reputation of North American Vision has now spread throughout Hollywood.
In the eyes of Hollywood's financial circles, Gu Heng, this Chinese boss, has finally transformed from a "foolish and rich nouveau riche" into a "foolish and rich nouveau riche with exceptionally good luck."
Some people even suspected that he was raising some kind of mysterious Eastern ghost in his hometown!
Regardless of how others might grumble, Gu Heng could only sigh inwardly as he looked at the figures his subordinates had calculated for the share of the profits that were about to be deposited into his account.
Damn, I've made a fortune again!